Once upon a time, a handful of unemployed writers and artists spent a night drinking too much boxed wine and emerged with the grandiose if half-baked idea of starting an alternative arts and culture publication in Binghamton. So it was written, so let it be done. The first issue of Triple Cities Carousel was published in March 2013, and it quickly developed into the region’s go-to source for news and profiles on local music, art, theatre, dining, and cultural sustainability. The naysayers said “there’s nothing happening in this town” and “print is dead,” but to the naysayers we said “nay!” Five years later, the local scene is thriving and so is our lil’ paper: that means it’s time to party! And so, we cordially invite you to Carousel’s 5th Birthday Bash, in celebration of half a decade of missed deadlines, egregious typos, and alternative press in the Triple Cities. Join the staff and supporters of Carousel at Atomic Tom’s in Downtown Binghamton on Saturday, March 24th for an evening of dancing, sappy speeches, and special surprises. Featuring music by Lutheran Skirts, Milkweed, and Bess & the Magic Ring, plus a big ol’ cake provided by Baked Euphoria, and all of our covers hanging from a wall for you to ogle at. Doors at 8pm, music at 8:30pm. Full cash bar. Limited edition t-shirts for sale. 21+. Tickets: $10/adv, $15/door, available below or in person at the Equinox Broadcasting offices, 101 Main St, Johnson City. Hours: M-F 8:30am-5:30pm